Columbus, TX vs Freeport, TX

Freeport is moderately more affordable than Columbus, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Columbus scores 83 compared to 77 for Freeport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Columbus can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Columbus is $1,047/month compared to $1,061/month in Freeport — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Columbus has cheaper rent, Freeport actually has lower median home values ($118,900 vs $219,300).

Median household income in Columbus is $57,214 compared to $53,606 in Freeport (+6.7%). The higher salaries in Columbus partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Columbus spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, less than the 23.8% in Freeport.